1998 Acura NSX vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
